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MPs have recommended improvements to the way science papers are peer reviewed. Their ideas include training for reviewers and the appointment of an oversight body to ensure integrity in science research. The full story can be found at http://ht.ly/5Qd23.

The Royal Society has published a report “The scientific century: securing our future prosperity” in which they call for investment in science research, stressing the competition the UK is likely to face from other countries such as the USA, China, France and Germany who all have ambitious plans to build on their research strengths. It highlights the need to build on links between universities and industry.